My Summer SPF Edit ~ High End and Drugstore

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Sun damage is number one cause of premature skin aging.  Not to mention skin cancer. So went to my skin care drawer and pulled out all my sunscreens or basically anything with SPF in it.
I am not going to make a long introduction coz we all know how important is a good sunscreen.

Here are my top favorites

* Jan Marini Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant (SPF 33) ~ I discoverer this brand thanks to BrandBacker. This sunscreen protects skin from harmful environmental damage and prevent visible signs of aging. The lightweight formula features a universal sheer tint with clear matte finish. Glycerin keeps skin hydrated while rich antioxidants neutralize free radicals. Micronized zinc and titanium block harmful UV rays and soothe irritation. It is not sticky and works perfect under foundation.  Available at JanMarini.com , Price $51

* Peter Thomas Roth Max Mineral Naked SPF 45 Sunscreen ~ one of my newest addition to my SPF family. All mineral lightweight lotion with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide provides board-spectrum SPF 45 protection. Vitamin A, C and E and safflower extract help nourish skin appearance while providing antioxidant benefits.  I like the tint and they way it blend with the skin. Again it can be use under the makeup. You can get it at Sephora and Sephora.com, Price $38

* La Roche Posay Anthelois Clear Skin (SPF 60) ~  absorbs pore- clogging oil even in the heat and humidity.  It is formulated with a unique oil absorbing complex with Perlite and Silica , providing anti shine properties and keep skin matte. It is not greasy or sticky, it don't leave a white cast. I love how it keeps my oil at bay and it is perfect for NYC humid and heat weather. I also use it on my daughter and it didn't break or irritate her skin. Definitely a keeper. You can buy it anywhere they sell La Roche Posay products: Walgreens, Target etc. Price $20

* Insta Natural Vitamin C Moisturizer with SPF 30 ~  I love Insta Natural skin care. as the name suggest they are natural and don't use chemicals in their products and they are based in Orlando :) Hoping to visit them one day :) I got this Moisturizer last year and I can tell you I use it a lot! The moisturizer is formulated to prevent common signs of aging and protect skin against daily sun exposure. It is mineral based and contains ingredients like Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Sunflower Seed Oil and Zinc and Titanium Dioxide . Here is the link to review from last year (here). Insta Natural is sold at Walmart, Amazon and InstaNatural. com. Price $22

* Lancome Renergie Lift Multi-action Ultra Sunscreen SPF 30 ~ Powered by linseed extract, this moisturizer works lift, firm and improve wrinkles and visibly reduce the dark spots. It absorbs quick, its oil free and it wont clog pores. SPF 30 provides additional protection against environmental skin damage. It blends nicely into the skin, no white residue. Leaves skin hydrate, radiant  and comfortable. I like to wear under or with no makeup at all. You can get it at Sephora, Macys, Ulta , etc. Price $99.

What are your favorite sunscreens or moisturizers with SPF?

Jan Marini Holiday Edition Sugar Cookie Exfoliator ~ Perfect Holiday Gift for Her

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Thanksgiving is over. Black Friday madness is over. Now it is time to start thinking of my favorite Holiday ~ Christmas! Yes so it is finally appropriate time to put on Christmas music, start decorating and plan Christmas dinner. We are so taking out and decorating our tree today :) 

I love buying gifts :) I love to spoil my friends, family and myself :)  

I will try to post a gift guides on the blog, I said try coz with my busy schedule I don't know how will that work. Anyways I will be doing a reviews here and on my IG on products that could make a great gifts :) 

Jan Marini Sugar Cookie Exfoliator is one of the products :)

This decent exfoliator combines physical and chemical exfoliators with antioxidants for silky smooth, glowing complexion. Proteolytic enzymes (papaya and pineapple) and glycolic acid polish the skin for superior exfoliation, without harsh abrasives. Specially designed microscopic particles gently exfoliate while releasing a skin protectant for silky smooth finish. 

Jan Marini says that this exfoliate is great for any type of skin. Dry, oily, normal... I have oily skin and it does work great :) As soonest you ope it you get hit with a sugar-vanilla cookie scent. It smells so yummy! I want to eat it! Dont look at me like that.Who is guilty of  eating raw cake batter or even a cookie dough? I know I am :)  Every time my grandma or my mom were making a cake or cookies I would be sitting there with a spoon in my hand and waiting for them not to see, run to the bowl and eat that deliciousness. LOL. After they loaded a cake in the oven I would get a bowl with left over batter and mixer handles to lick all the yummy stuff hahaha. They were always saying that i will get a stomach pain and all but never happened. Too be honest I eat cake batter till now and I am not ashamed to admit it. Same goes for cookie dough. 

So yeah with that said, this products reminds me of the Holiday baking at home and if I could I would eat it, it really does smell good.

Sugar Cookie Exfoliator comes in a pretty silver jar. It does have some weight to it tho. Even the box looks festive :) Its white and silver and then on the top there are the kinda like glitter sparkles :) Makes me wanna think of Winter :) 

Once you unscrew the lid you will see and smell all that goodness :) The exfoliator looks more like a caramel sugar-vanilla cookie batter. It have this caramely color and omg you guys I really wish you could smell this! 

But it not only smells good but it works great too! Like I said earlier it is very gentle on the skin. The creamy batter holds exfoliating beads that are soft and gently exfoliate the skin. The silicon particles are supposed to dissolve as you massage them. It doesn't sting (although that my happen, Jan Marini said this might happen and its normal) or irritate my skin. Use it on a wet face using circular motion for 30-60 seconds. Exfoliator can be used two-three times a week Am or Pm. 

I love the way m y skin felt after words. Soft, smooth and bright.  By the way you can use it as a mask too. I recently got a Lacome mask/exfoliator, and on the direction said to rub all over you face, leave it for few minutes and rinse it off. So I try the same direction with this product and it works great! It like leaving conditioner in you hair instead of mask for 10 min, you can do same with this product. Leave on for few min and be welcomed by new beautiful skin :) I am up for a perfect complexion for Holidays :) 

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I have to say it that the presentation of this product got me! they way the advertise it is freaking adorable! Take a look at the pics below! so so so cute! 

Jan Marini you did great! and thank you for allowing me to try this goodness :)

Bring Holiday Cheers to everyone with this amazing product :) 

Buy it at Jan Marini 

Price $90 (2oz)

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New in my skin care ~ Jan Marini Hyla3D

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If you know me you know I am always excited to try new skin care. I found this particular product on a new platform that (new to me) helps influences works with brands ~ BrandBacker. 

The product that I will be writing about is Jan Marini's Hyla3D.

Here is a product overview and brand info from brand's website:

" Age and sun damage diminish the body’s ability to replenish and maintain youthful levels of Hyaluronic Acid (HA) in the skin, leading to loss of volume and visible signs of aging. Hyla3D takes a 3-dimensional approach to restore skin’s hydration, youthful volume, smoothness, and to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. "

" Jan Marini Skin Research is one of the most respected brands in professional skin care. JMSR has formed associations with some of the world's leading physicians and research scientists to develop cutting edge solutions to today's most common skin concerns. JMSR has introduced a host of technological firsts, has been awarded numerous patents and has published multiple independent peer-reviewed studies on it's products."

This product contains hyaluronic acid to enhance collagen and elastin in the  skin , to help improve damage and aged skin. 

I am a fan of hyaluronic acid. I own small bottle of it by other brand and I use it .. almost daily, by dropping few drops and mix it with my moisturizer. 

When i read that this product contains HA (hyaluronic acid) I really wanted to try it. HA is essential for healthy looking skin. Did you know that 50% of  existing acid in our body is found in the skin? 

Aging and other types of damage to the skin cause HA level in our skin to decline.  That is why we use all different treatments to help skin looking healthy. 

 Hyla3D contains multiple forms of HA:

* lipsomal encapsulated HA

* cross-linked HA

* ultra low molecular wright HA 

Formula takes a three dimensional approach to restore moisture and volume to the skin. 

Not only boost hydration on surface but also enhances natural HA in the skin to help fill in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 

As you can see the product comes in a  30ml/1oz.fl bottle. the bottle over all is sturdy and very well made. It contains a pump, that pumps out enough product. the product itself is very lightweight serum and there is no scent to it. It works good on my sensitive oily skin. So i am guessing it will work for all.  I use it before my moisturizer night time. 

It gives my skin boost of hydration and helps with the anti aging . Im in my 30's so it is about time to think and start using anti aging products. 

Price : $125 

available on Jan Mairin's website and Dermstore. 

Skin care including HYLA3D

* product was send to me by BrandBacker and Jan Marini for review.